Campaigners argue that Ofcom's threshold for categorizing websites under the Online Safety Act is too lenient, potentially leaving dangerous smaller forums without stringent regulations.
The proposed guidelines by Ofcom suggest that only sites with over seven million UK users warrant the highest level of oversight, potentially neglecting smaller but harmful platforms.
A coalition of charities has criticized the government for not adequately addressing the risks posed by smaller online forums, urging action to redefine the boundaries of Category 1 services.
The urgency for regulation has intensified, with the letter emphasizing the need to confront dangerous online content regardless of the size of the platforms involved.
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